August 27, 2008

Biodynamic, Organic Beauty Products by Jurlique

What is biodynamic? Biodynamic farming goes beyond organic gardening by focusing on a holistic balance between soil, plants, and animals in a closed, self-nourishing system on the farm. Seeds are sown according to celestial events. As Steve Diver explains:

A basic ecological principle of biodynamics is to conceive of the farm as an organism, a self-contained entity. A farm is said to have its own individuality. Emphasis is placed on the integration of crops and livestock, recycling of nutrients, maintenance of soil, and the health and well being of crops and animals; the farmer too is part of the whole.

Jurlique has created a line of biodynamic, organic beauty products. Grown on their own certified biodynamic and organic farms in South Australia, each product combines herbs, flowers, and naturally derived ingredients. These products do not contain parabens, mineral oils, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl, sulfate, synthetic emulsifiers, artificial colors, or fragrances.

Biodynamic Beauty Refining Treatment: This natural skin polisher is made from calendula, horsechestnut, soapbark tree extract, apricot seed and willow bark extracts to help renew skin and improve your complexion.
Biodynamic Beauty Serum: To address the visible signs of aging, this serum is made from organic black elder, licorice, beech tree buds, hibiscus, and yeast to brighten and strengthen skin.
Biodynamic Beauty Eye Cream: This deep hydrating cream is made from euphrasia and arnica to reenergize tired eyes. It has been tested by ophthalmologists.
Biodynamic Beauty Night Lotion: This nighttime cream is designed to regenerate skin while you rest with organic licorice, black elder, marshmallow, and calendula to soothe and calm the skin.

Jurlique's safety has yet to be rated on the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep database.